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Missouri launches online and retail sports betting on 1 December

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Missouri launched online and in-person sports betting at midnight on 1 December, following voter approval of Amendment 2 in November 2024. The Missouri Gaming Commission set a 10% tax on sports betting revenue; DraftKings and Circa received statewide mobile licences, while other brands entered through casino partnerships.

Operators entering Missouri must meet the state’s licensing requirements and pay a 10% tax on sports betting revenue.

End-of-day close DraftKings (DKNG), USD, to 15 January 2026
Story date17 October 202515 January 2026

Latest reported results

DraftKings NASDAQ: DKNG

Quarter ended 30 September 2026

Revenue
USD 1.33bn10-Q filing 0001883685-26-000041
Operating income
−USD 493.1m10-Q filing 0001883685-26-000041

Earlier licence decisions by MGC and Missouri Gaming Commission

DateCompanyAmountStoryAppeal status
UnderdogNot statedUnderdog withdraws Missouri sports betting application before launchNot stated
DraftKingsNot statedDraftKings plans Missouri sportsbook launch on 1 DecemberNot stated
Circa, DraftKingsNot statedMissouri operators open sports-betting registrations ahead of 1 December launchNot stated
Not namedNot statedMGC schedules hearing on Plainville Gaming’s 2026 racing licence renewalNot stated
FanDuel, Caesars EntertainmentNot statedMissouri Gaming Commission approves temporary sportsbook licencesNot stated

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